Heidi Welshans Photography

05/22/2026

04/17/2026

Shortly after my diagnosis I sort of panicked because I realized I had hardly any pictures of my kids with me at all. I hired friend to photograph us before surgery and treatment started, and they’re still some of my most prized possessions🩷. The next year I started my business and when seniors became my specialty, I invited moms to be in some of the images. It’s hard to get in pictures with your kids other than selfies, and I love it when people take me up on the offer. It’s one of the most precious parts of the session for me🩷

04/15/2026

20 years ago today, on April 15, 2006, I heard the words no one ever wants to hear. “I’m so sorry. You have breast cancer.” It felt like a death sentence and my immediate reaction was fear. I wasn’t afraid to die, but I dreaded the thought of leaving my young children and husband and family. Our friends and family gathered around and held us up, praying constantly and loving us in the most dear and tangible ways. And the God of the Bible, the Great Physician, taught me for real who He was. My relationship with Him grew deeper and more precious than I could have ever imagined, and He used that time to strengthen my marriage, mold my children, and build my faith. He gave me courage, deeper insight, greater patience. and renewed perspective. He allowed me to share the Good News about His forgiveness and the hope we can have in Him with my doctors and nurses and many others. He held us with His righteous right hand through a very difficult time, and then gave me 20 more years (and counting!) of a very full and wonderful life. He has been so kind and completely generous to me, and I want everyone to know how deep the Father’s love is for us - for all of us. For you.
“But I am like an olive tree flourishing in the house of God; I trust in God’s unfailing love for ever and ever. I will praise you forever for what you have done; in your name I will hope, for your name is good. I will praise you in the presence of your saints.” Psalm 52:8,9

“I waited patiently for the Lord, He turned to me and heard my cry. He lifted me out of the slimy pit, out of the muck and mire; He set my foot on a rock and gave me a firm place to stand. He put a new song in my mouth, a hymn of praise to our God. Many will see and fear and put their trust in the Lord.” Psalm 40:1-3

PC: 🩷 (thank you)

07/03/2025

For years now I’ve specialized in seniors and have been completely content. Occasionally, someone has asked me to photograph something else and for a long time, I declined. A few years ago at my favorite photography conference, , I heard Marci of speak about her own journey to saying “yes” to as many opportunities as she could. It moved me and I started loosening my grip and making room on the schedule for more, though I didn’t talk about those sessions or advertise them.
My daughter has her business, here at our home, and last year a very special family in her barn asked me to photograph their daughter and her handsome horse Westin. I have photographed many seniors with their horses over the years, so even though she was younger than my usual subject, that request was a quick “yes!”.
Because I absolutely LOVED the session, it made me realize I should be saying yes to more of this - photographing people with their horses of all ages .
I’m posting some of my favorite images of the day, but you can see them all in my stories. I also plan to add them as a highlight above so even if you miss them today, you can see them later.
Have you been considering being photographed with your horse, or your child with their horse? I would love to work with you. I have very few openings left in July and August, but more availability in the fall. You can contact me here or through my website. Link in profile above.

07/01/2025

You don’t have to be a rising senior to have your “senior photos” created. Things happen and timing gets rearranged, but it’s never too late.
obliged and gave his mom what she wanted - images of her son to go with the ones we had made of his sister, even though he was already on to the next thing.
I had the best time and saw many qualities in Sunny that made it clear he was on the path to success - not because of what he could do, but because of who he was. His characteristics of quiet confidence, gentleness, and kindness, along with humility and willingness to communicate well with me, were admirable.
If you think you missed your chance, it’s not too late. I still have a couple July and August openings, and can fit you in before you head back to college or wherever your path is taking you.

06/13/2025

There’s a lot to admire about . She’s a self-directed goal-setter, someone who pursues her interests with diligence and hones her skills in the pursuit of excellence.
She uses her gifts well and shares them to enhance the lives of others.
Her music brought peaceful tranquility to my soul and I’ve listened to the video taken during her session over and over.
Thank you, Lace, for trusting me to create images of you with your harp (and beyond) and for playing for me. It was remarkable and I will remember those moments for years to come.
🪉Lace is available to play for weddings and events. Go to my stories today to listen. Screenshot her card at the end to save her contact information.🪉

06/02/2025

One thing is done, and the rest has begun, .24💛. I know you’re ready for it!
I loved photographing you, getting to know you and Xena and your mom just a little bit, spending time with you and creating artwork that will hopefully help you see how precious you are to so many AND the One who created you for important and eternal things.
You are full of energy and ideas and love for others. An encouragement to many. A ray of sunshine☀️
You’re for sure a happy memory for me. Please keep in touch, Gianna!

05/29/2025

Dynamic and driven, might be forced to SLOW down for awhile, but she doesn’t allow adversity to HOLD her down for good.
She makes good use of her time, trains her mind, is grateful in all circumstances, and prepares for the future.
She is giving and reliable; a faithful friend.
The future is bright for you, Jillian! Thank you for choosing me to photograph you. It’s been a pleasure!